Our yearly Wreath Fundraiser is underway. If you would care to donate a wreath for this event, it can be dropped by The Commons on Tuesday or Wednesday. Win $50 for you and $50 for your favorite charity. The wreaths can be bid upon during the dates of December 3-6 and bidding ends Friday at 7pm during the Snowflake Festival. Be sure to stop by for a hot drink Friday before the parade.

Join local artist Geri Greenwood for a fun evening of festive painting! Geri will walk you step-by-step through the process of upcycling an old picture frame into a darling winter decoration. No prior painting experience required!

​The details: Where: MainStreet Commons, 19 S WoodardWhen: Tuesday, December 11th at 7pm. What we'll do: Paint a snowman on 8x10 glass for a "mini-window" look. What to bring: A hair dryer and a wood 8x10 picture frame with glass (no back necessary). Optional is an apron or painting shirt. Note: there will be some frames available if you don't have one of your own.

There is no cost for this class, although a donation to the Commons is much appreciated!

Calling all creative members of our community! MainStreet Commons is once again hosting a community-wide wreath-making contest and silent auction. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to exercise your creativity, support a local nonprofit, and have a chance to win a prize. Last year there were many stunning entries and we can't wait to see what you create this year!

Here are all the details:

Make or decorate a wreath--any style, any material: the options are wide open, from barbed wire to burlap to traditional greenery.

Bring your wreath to the Commons on November 30th by 4pm. A silent auction will begin the next day; anyone may bid throughout the week and during the Snowflake Festival on Friday, December 7th. (Bidding will close at 6pm on the 7th.)

All proceeds from the silent auction go to benefit the Commons and helps us create even more community programs and opportunities to bring people together.

The wreath with the highest silent auction bids earns its maker a prize! A $50 gift card for you, and a $50 donation to the nonprofit of your choice.

Let's see what you've got, Absarokee! Feel free to contact us with any questions.

For the second year running, the Commons is transforming into a fun shopping destination this Friday and Saturday, October 26-27, during the District Volleyball Tournament. There will be many local vendors and independent consultants displaying their products: from hand-made goods to essential oils and much more. Come get a latte, enjoy browsing the vendor booths, and maybe even get a jump on your Christmas shopping!

Get in on the cute chalkboard decor trend and learn how to use silkscreen transfers and chalk paste to create fun signs. Yulia Stahl will lead you through choosing a design and colors to make your own masterpiece.

Where: MainStreet CommonsWhen: Wednesday, October 17th at 7pmWhat we do: Decorate a 12x12 chalkboard with a design of your choice. (The designs pictured above and more will be available.) Cost: $25 includes all the supplies; $18 for a second board.

Bring a friend and enjoy a relaxing and creative time in good company. To register -- use our contact form with "chalkboard art" in the subject line.

Announcing Summer Drama Camp for kids ages 8-12! The camp takes place on June 4-8 and is led by Melodee Skiles. Drama is a wonderful opportunity to develop confidence, communication, creativity, teamwork, and an enjoyment of storytelling. Plus, it's FUN!

This week-long drama camp covers all aspects of dramatic production. We will prepare and perform a short play as we learn about voice projection, expression, character development, and “blocking” (technical term for stage choreography) using fun games and activities. Each student will also perform a short individual recitation.

The details are as follows:

Dates: June 4-8.

Times: Every day from 9am to 12pm, with a performance Friday evening.

Location: MainStreet Commons

Ages: 8 to 12 years old.

Cost: $40 per child ($30 for additional siblings) Some scholarships are available for those with financial need; please inquire.

Deadline for registration and payment: May 10th

The camp is limited to 10 participants, on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register soon!

Who's ready for spring? As you look forward to its eventual arrival you might feel like freshening up your home with some new-to-you decor. Here's how to do it for FREE!

On Tuesday, March 13 at 7pm, The Commons is hosting a Home Decor Swap. Bring 2 or 3 decor items (good condition, please), and "shop" your neighbors' things to find a few new pieces for your home. This will be a fun evening and a great way to make new friends and get a little home update. Hope to see you there!

The first step to staying safe is to be aware of your surroundings and be prepared for how to respond in different circumstances. What will you do, how will you react, should you find yourself in a dangerous situation? Join us on Thursday, February 22nd at 6:30pm as Stillwater Tactical presents a personal safety class, designed to help students with overall situational awareness and vigilance, whether at work, home, or recreating.

This class is free of charge, offered as a public service offered by Stillwater Tactical. No need to register--just show up!

We are blessed to live surrounded by natural beauty in this corner of the world. Make the most of it with this fun craft night opportunity: Nancy Roodell will lead a free workshop to make a beautiful piece of art using rocks, driftwood, textiles, etc. This is sure to be a fun evening of exercising creativity together.

When: Tuesday, February 6, 7-9pmWhat: Crafting with natural materials: Nancy will provide materials, but you are also welcome to bring any special rocks you have collected, as well as some textiles to incorporate in a mixed-media piece of art. Who: Space is limited to 8 participants. Please register using our contact form and put "craft night" in the subject line. Cost: FREE!